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UNDER 7 BOYS & GIRLS
John Mitchel’s under 7s trained on Sunday in glorious sunshine. 69 boys and girls showed off their full repertoire of skills. Great improvement has been shown week on week. Well done to all the parents for making the effort to get them up to training.
Training continues on Sunday mornings at 11 am in our Ballyseedy complex. New members always welcome
Don’t forget to fill out the return to play form before each session.
U8/U10 GIRLS
Another fine morning in Ballyseedy saw plenty of activity at the John Mitchels Complex on Sunday, and there were plenty of eager u-8 and u-10 girls anxious to get out and show off the skills that they had been practising during the week.
After Sadhbh took the girls for a warm-up, the emphasis for the rest of the training session was on close contact skills, ensuring that hand passes and kicks were crisp, on target and delivered quickly.
The warm weather saw a few drinks breaks thrown in, before the tackle bags were brought out. The girls showed no fear of running into the challenge, driving into the tackle bags and on plenty of occasions driving Tanya and Padraig back on their feet.
New recruit Casey, Jenny, Roisin, Charlie, Roisin, Clodagh, Ava Amberleigh and Ally all showed well, setting their bodies properly to take the tackle, before distributing the ball off to a colleague.
The session ended with a small-sided match, replicating a game situation with little room for manoeuvre. Millie, Sophie, Nicole, all stood out, as did Emma and Siún, with some clever passes. Saoirse was in terrific form, grabbing three goals, while, defensively, Aine, Amelia, and Ellie Mae were rock solid, while Tegan made some terrific saves near the end, including one with her head.
Players are asked to continue practising during the week, with emphasis on running handpassing and running kicks, as well as soloing. Next training session is on Sunday, with players asked to be at the pitch for 10.15am.
Training continues next Sunday at 10.30am in the Mitchel’s complex in Ballyseedy and as ever, we are delighted to welcome new faces.
Don’t forget to fill out the return to play form before each session.
UNDER 12 GIRLS
Great win for Mitchels under12 girls against Austin Stacks B in Connelly Park on Sunday. North Kerry league round 4 ahead.
Training continues Wednesdays 6.30pm
Newcomers always welcome.
Don’t forget to fill out the return to play before each session.
Under 14/16 girls
County League Div 2 game postponed until Wednesday 23rd when Mitchels u14s entertain Churchill in Ballyseedy.
Training continues Wednesdays 6.30pm
Newcomers welcome. Don’t forget to fill out the return to play form before each session.
UNDER 9 BOYS
John Mitchels U9 Boys continue to go from strength to strength every week!! We have a great bunch & are a pleasure to coach. So much so we have introduced a second training session on Wednesday’s from 5.30pm to 6.30pm. Once again all Newcomers Welcome we have a very friendly atmosphere & fantastic facilities.
Don’t forget to fill out the return to play form before each session.
UNDER 11 BOYS
Our u11 boys welcomed Na Gaeil for the second round of go games last Thursday evening. They had two very enjoyable competitive games with everyone getting loads of game time which is what it’s all about as they learn the game. Many thanks to Na Gaeil for the games & no doubt this bunch of players will meet again a lot more in the future.
We have a bye this week so the next game is at home on Thursday July 01st against Kerins O Rahillys at 6.30pm sharp. There was good numbers at training again on Sunday & this continues every Sunday morning from 10.15 to 11.30.
The coaches are on site from 10.00 so there’s no problem if parents want to drop off early, new players are always welcome. Please bring your gum shield & water. —
Don’t forget to fill out the return to play for before each session.
UNDER 13 BOYS
Our two u13s game made the trip to Killarney to face Legion in Round 2 of Division 1 of the County League on Sunday evening
First in action were the Gold team, who were again slow out of the blocks in the first half. Legion were playing some very slick football and had a big lead at half time. Unperturbed, our lads came out with the instruction at half time to win the 2nd half and that they did, scoring 3-6 in total in another highly spirited display. Again, with a little more luck we could have had a few more scores on the board. If these lads can put 2 good halves of football together a win will not be long in coming for a very young team. The team is predominantly made up of U11s and the experience the lads are getting is bringing them on every week.
FINAL SCORE
Legion 5-18 John Mitchel’s Gold 3-7
11
In the second game, our Greens were in action against a Legion side who were very much an unknown quantity, one of the few teams this side hasn’t faced in the past years. Points were exchanged early on before we struck for 3 fast goals that left us ahead by 9 points at the first water break. The game changed not long after with what could only be described as an extremely harsh dismissal leaving us to play out the remainder of the game with 14 players. Our lads showed great character to hold Legion at bay, defending manfully and keeping the scoreboard ticking over at the other end.
FINAL SCORE
Legion 2-7 John Mitchel’s Green 5-9
Next week we face Laune Rangers at home, throw-in for both games to be confirmed. Training continues Tuesday and Thursday at 5.45pm
Don’t forget to fill out the return to play form before each session.
UNDER 15 BOYS
On Wednesday last we played our second game of the division we were at home to dingle yet again we gave a brilliant performance all over the pitch limiting dingle to 6pts our forward line was on fire with some superb scores from play the final score was Mitchel’s 7-11 to 6pts for dingle training continues Monday and Friday 6-45pm with our next game on Wednesday away to fossa detail at training Monday na misteallaig Abù
Don’t forget to fill out the return to play form before each session.
New players always welcome.
UNDER 17 BOYS
Our U17 Boys had their second game of the County League campaign against StMarys/Renard at Cahersiveen Monday night which ended in defeat against a very strong and skilful team. Moment of excellence were shown by our boys but ultimately mistakes and i clinical finishing cost us on a night that we needed to take all score chances we got. Our last group game is against local rivals Na Gaeil Monday night at Home 7:30pm, Training continues Thursday and Saturday.
Don’t forget to fill out the return to play form before each session.
SENIOR LADIES
The senior ladies have their first game against Beale on Monday 21st of June in the first round of the county league and have a home game the following week against Laune Rangers so plenty of work gone into training over the last few weeks
Anyone interested in joining should come along and give it a go. If you are 16 and over you are more than welcome to join. Great way to meet new people and keep active also.
Don’t forget to fill out the return to play form before each session
SENIOR MEN
Senior co lge div1A
Last Saturday evening we played our second rd co lge game at home to Kilcummin.
Played on a windy and cold evening the game soon warmed up fairly fast with Kilcummin opening the scoring, soon after Mitchel’s opened their account with a fine point from James Duggan.
Further points from Alan O Donoghue and James Duggan left us 4 points up at the short whistle 8 points to 4 points.
Kilcummin now playing with the wind came out in the second half blazing 3 rapid points to narrow to the minimum before Conor Hurley pulled off a fine save preventing a certain goal.
This rallied Mitchel’s and for the next quarter further points from James and Alan pushed us ahead 12 points to 10, Kilcummin now on all-out attack tapped on a further point leaving the minimum between the sides Mitchel’s defence held strong and at the final whistle secured the 2 points with a 1 point victory Mitchel’s 12 points Kilcummin 11 points.
This was a very solid display by Mitchel’s in what now appears a very tight division. Well done to all next game is at home to Spa weekend of 3/4 July.
Our Senior Men B Division 6 team got their first county league points on Sunday after a comprehensive win over Genevguilla on a scoreline of 2-17 to 1-6. A very young team with a few experienced heads thrown in showed moments of brilliance to put some great team scores together. With some players just back from injury or time away it was a huge improvement on our first game with still much more to come from the lads.
Training for senior men are as follows Tuesdays- 7.30-9.00 and Fridays 7.30-9.00
All new players welcome
Don’t forget to fill out the return to play form before each session.
CLOTHES COLLECTION
We have joined up with St Vincent De Paul to rise much needed funds for both John Mitchel’s and SVP. By donating your second-hand clothes and unwanted items, not only will you be freeing up space in your home, you will also be making a difference to people in need, in your community.
We now have an SVP clothes bank in our car park at our state-of-the-art sports facility in Ballyseedy.
NEW WALKWAY
A fantastic new facility has now been added at our grounds in Ballyseedy.
A new walkway/jogging path approx. 1km long has been laid, complete with bollard level lighting.
Come and enjoy a fabulous experience in a safe and healthy environment.
This community facility is open to all and is free for a limited opening period. A reasonable membership fee may apply at a later date.
THIS IS A SMOKE-FREE ZONE
A STRICT NO DOGS – NO CYCLING OR NO STUDDED FOOTBALL BOOTS rule applies to the walkways.
A hearty, healthy John Mitchel’s welcome awaits you.
BINGO:
Unfortunately, due to Covid-19 we are unable to hold any bingo. We look forward to holding outdoor drive-in bingo in the near future.
JOHN MITCHEL’S SPORTS COMPLEX:
Our sports complex at Camp Ballyseedy is available for bookings on the All-Weather pitch. For further information contact the club reception on 066 7197070.
MEMBERSHIP
Hi folks we are now taking membership for player’s & patrons for 2021all you need do is click on the link below
Now more than ever we need everyone’s help in this folk as we had 0 fundraising or income in 2020 & yere help is badly needed so please click & help our great club
Thanks in advance
https://member.clubforce.com/memberships_cart_m.asp…
Grounds Committee
We would like to thank all who helped in our maintenance of the club ground the last few weeks. We meet every Thursday at 7.00pm to cut grass weed and upkeep of our amazing grounds. If anyone could help out, please come along and bring your own lawnmower or strimmer’s if possible.
MERCHANDISE: New John Mitchel’s Training Gear
Please use the link below to see all the new merchandise available to purchase but please be quick as they will sell out fairly rapid!!
Happy shopping and we look forward to seeing you all at the club over the coming days and looking good in your Mitchel’s Green and Gold
Na Misteallaigh Abu
https://www.oneills.com/…/john-mitchels-gaa-kerry.htm
CLUB COFFEE SHOP
We will have our little coffee shop open every Sunday for teas coffees and little treats.
All money raised goes to the upkeep of the club and for equipment for the juveniles.
We would like if all parents could support this as with no fundraising we are limited to funds. We introduced ice-creams and ice pops to the shop this week and they were a big hit. Everyone was kept cool after a lovely ice-cream after training Thanks to Hugh Maureen Linda and Sonya for running the shop so smoothly each week. We also welcomed another helper to the shop tis week Ava Buckley from the senior ladies team.
Enjoy a tea or a coffee while your child is at training
Looking forward to seeing you all every Sunday from 10.00- 12.00
BOOT CLUB
Boot club is up and running now for the last three weeks. Over 20 pairs of boots have been passed on which is fantastic news. There was a bag full dropped off Sunday so the rack is full yet again. Thanks to all who have passed on their unused boots. If looking to drop any off the rack is out for all raining sessions. You do no have to give boots to take a pair no questions asked.
SYMPATHY:
The death has occurred of Frank Griffin
Lisquinlan, Ladysbridge, Cork / Tralee, Kerry
The death has occurred of Tony (John Anthony) Corrigan
Castlelawn Heights, Galway / Tralee, Kerry
The death has occurred of Michael (Mike) Lynch
20 Caherane Close, Strand Rd., Tralee, Kerry / Causeway, Kerry
The death has occurred of Alice Carmody
Chapel Street, Tralee, Kerry
